Program Description
BEd Program
For individuals seeking a bachelor’s degree in education and Oregon Preliminary Teaching License with an elementary multiple subjects or middle or high school single-subject endorsement.
Admissions Requirements
- AAOT or AAOT-Elementary Education Degree or Non-AAOT Course Equivalents Totaling 67 Semester or 100 Quarter Credit Hours
- From an accredited college or university.
- Degree must be completed before beginning BEd coursework. .
- GPA
- Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75
- Experience with Children or Youth
- Experience in a school setting preferred.
- Academic Prerequisites
- Elementary: Coursework in math, science, writing, literature, history, cross-cultural studies, music, and art (AAOT-Elementary Education preferred)
- Middle & High School: Coursework should reflect strong preparation in the subject area you plan to teach (40 to 48 quarter credits in content area)
- Completed GradCAS Application: Your online application will include transcripts, two references, a résumé, and a TSPC character questionnaire.
Admissions Deadlines
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Early Deadline: April 1
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Final Deadline: July 1
How to Apply
Step 1: Create a GradCAS Account
Next Application Cycle opens December 15, 2025
°ÅÀÖÊÓƵ uses the GradCAS online system to process BEd applications.
BEd Fall 2026 Cohort
Step 2: Prepare and Upload the Following in GradCAS
- Transcripts
- Official transcripts ordered and sent to GradCAS from all colleges/universities attended.
- For international coursework, a course-by-course evaluation is required through or .
- Evaluations must be sent to GradCAS by the application deadline.
- Two References
- Contact information for two people who can speak to your ability to work with PreK–12 students. They will be emailed a form to fill out.
- Résumé, which should include:
- Employment history
- Licenses or certifications
- Experience with school-age children or youth
- Education background
- TSPC Character Questionnaire
- Required for all applicants.
- English Language Proficiency
- A satisfactory command of the English language is required. Applies to all non-native English speakers, including U.S. permanent residents and citizens.
- Application Fee: $38 (non-refundable)
Denise Ready | Assistant Director Graduate Admissions
Kevin Carr, PhD
kcarr@pacificu.edu
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